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Simple breathing workout may keep seniors on their feet

NCT ID NCT07713589

Disease control Sponsor: Hungkuang University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 20, 2026 · Last updated Jul 21, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a daily breathing exercise using a handheld device can improve respiratory strength, balance, and daily function in healthy adults aged 65 and older. Participants are divided into two groups: one uses a threshold breathing trainer, the other uses a standard incentive spirometer. The goal is to see if strengthening the diaphragm and other breathing muscles can help prevent age-related decline and disability.

What this could mean

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Active substance
inspiratory muscle training using a handheld threshold breathing device
What this could lead to
If effective, this simple breathing exercise could help older adults maintain independence, reduce fall risk, and improve quality of life without medication.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study, so results may not apply broadly. The training requires consistent effort, and benefits may vary between individuals.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 80 people

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Started

Sep 2025

Expected to finish

Aug 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

65 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Aged ≥65 years. 2. Normal cognitive function 3. No psychiatric disorders or Alzheimer's disease. 4. Able to go out independently and perform self-care. 5. Willing and able to participate throughout the health-promotion program. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Individuals whom a physician has determined have a serious illness for which exercise is not recommended. 2. Individuals with functional limitations that may interfere with inspiratory muscle training (IMT) and/or maximal inspiratory pressure (MIP) measurement-for example, unstable angina, complex arrhythmias, rheumatologic disease, active infectious disease, or cognitive impairment.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • HUNGKUANG University

    RECRUITING

    Taichung, Taiwan, 973, Taiwan